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Injured guys are ok if they seem to be returning soon. Not a hard rule but someone on the 60 with no rehab in sight is different than someone on the 15 that is already on their rehab assignment - Niv
Hawken Hawks on
June 16, 2023 8:41 AM
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One caveat I would suggest is that injured players count toward the MLB total. (PS, I think I'm 3-3 since returning from travel and I'm winning both my matchups this week)
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Yeah, it’s an important rule to follow - especially in H2H.
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In terms of general competition, it’s a great rule. Also, as the season gets toward late summer and some teams fall out of playoff contention, please make sure you’ve got a lineup ready to go for that night—and not one guy playing and 20 guys on your bench.
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Per Brad's post, Ottoneu rules state teams must have 22+ MLB players and be able to fill out a full lineup. Interpretation/enforcement is handled league-by-league and league 13 hasn't discussed it. I think the rule is important for competitive balance/economics, and we can enforce it by pointing out violations, asking the team to get legal, and expecting they will do so. Other leagues ignore the rule, but we don't recommend that. Any thoughts on this? Any questions? We should get aligned - Chad
Hawken Hawks on
June 15, 2023 5:28 PM
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It's come to my attention that I'm required to roster an MLB 1B. hmu if you've got spares. Rather not waste a spot on the FAs.
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I have potential keepers, if you’re looking for a reset this season. I’d like an MI.
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Made a few offers involving Taylor Ward if anyone is interested.
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Probably easier for me to remain focused on dealing Gray, Eugenio, and/or Ober.
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Got an inquiry about Tatis and Acuna. I can't imagine there is a deal out there that makes sense for me, but there *might* be someone holding the right pieces for Juan Soto. Ideally, a 1-for-1 concept involving a 1B, 2B, or SS.
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Eugenio is heating up with the weather (peripherals match career norms) and Jon Gray is on fiyah. Come and get 'em.
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👀 You're welcome?
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Whoever started that Manoah auction, you are a gentleman and a scholar. Thank you.
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Next up on the auction block is Eugenio Suarez. Check his peripherals - unchanged from last year. Buy low now and catch his summer heater. Offer needs to be better than cutting him ($14). Not looking for anything crazy.
Anyone who wants warm bodies at MI, SP, or RP, I have them.
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I'm probably just about done my housekeeping for the season. Open to ideas for Matt Olson (should involve a cheap, long-term 1B replacement, one who isn't punching at Olson's weight). Similar situation with Brandon Nimmo. If you want to take a shot at Brady Singer recovering or would like J.P. Crawford's steady MI skillz off the bench, most rostered prospects would be acceptable.
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With the OPL cutoff coming up I can’t really afford to see how many weeks my $12 Cedric Mullins is going to be sitting out. I’d be interested is swapping him for a rental bat at OF or elsewhere. Looking to make a move in the next 24 hours or so - hit me up if you’re interested!
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Back from travel. Robertson's still being wasted. Also got some nibbles on Olson while I was out.
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Robertson's being wasted on my roster. Come and get him.
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All this manager talk has reminded me: how would everyone feel about me adding a co-manager? He's not in the baseball industry, but I think he'd really like Otto and he has never played before. Also he might help me remember to use all my starts every week :).
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Thanks to the Hawken crew for coming through for all of us! And welcome to the league, Esteban.
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Esteban Rivera has taken over TTBNL! Just in time.
Hawken Hawks on
March 30, 2023 10:49 AM
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Happy Opening Day to everyone. Best of luck this season.
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"Ariel resigns as HC of TTBNL." -Bill Belichick
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(maybe I should send that to him instead of a message board for a league he isn't in)
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Boo. Suck it up Ariel, it's a staff league, not the Main Event. You don't have to be at your peak game.
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Bad news, Ariel had a change of mind after he realized that we do daily lineups. Chad and I will put out a call shortly, but in the mean time Ariel will unfortunately not be joining this league. Not yet, at least :) - N
Hawken Hawks on
March 27, 2023 6:20 PM
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That's great on both counts - welcome Ariel!
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Team to be Named Later had to bail on us because of an excellent development in his professional life. Ariel Cohen and Reuven Guy (I think) will co-manage this team. Please welcome these two newcomers to the league.
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If you plan to throw your hat in this ring, now's the time before I accept a pile of children.
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Hey folks! Just a quick reminder that this league is OPL eligible. If you finished 6th or above last season you can enter your squad to compete across all of Ottoneu in a super fun best ball format. Check out the rules & enter a squad here: https://ottoneu.fangraphs.com/opl/
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Just for clarity, an offer should be worth more than $81 since that's what cutting him is worth. You're getting a top 5 ppg performer and a huge loan. If you're worried about the recent injury history, at worst you can get a ton of money in return.
The Jackson 5 on
March 26, 2023 10:46 AM
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With OD approaching, still fielding offers for Trout.
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Y'all remember I have a Mike Trout available, right?
The Jackson 5 on
February 28, 2023 10:13 AM
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I'm "rebuilding" which mostly means my pitchers, Trout, Matt Olson, and Juan Soto are available for suitable hauls. For the Trout/Soto types, wanting multiple of guys like Vinnie P., Elly DLC, etc. $10 or under, big ceiling types. I will cover most of a loan, but I will need a little extra cash to work with in-season. Planning to spread out these sales so I can evaluate players over time.
The Jackson 5 on
February 6, 2023 8:27 PM
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Fifteen minutes to auction time.
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I might be a minute or two late depending on the vagaries of my dog walk, but please start without me if I'm not there, I'll be very close to 5:30 PT if not right on the nose.
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btw, if I happen to not be on time (I probably will be), you should start without me. I'm sure I won't be picking up any players until 10pm.
The Jackson 5 on
February 6, 2023 9:25 AM
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This is your reminder that the auction is Monday at 8:30 p.m. Eastern. Make sure you're in the draft room on time so it's not an even later night for those on the East.
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Eli this is cool, thanks for doing this. Could you tag me as @ottoneu on Twitter? Sharing on the message board for anyone else who wants to tag my Twitter in anything. Thanks! - Niv
Hawken Hawks on
February 5, 2023 3:10 PM
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Thanks, Eli!
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Great job, Eli. Thanks for doing that.
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https://elibenporat.substack.com/p/b9aa0be7-af97-47ad-be3e-d4d4da2a9bb3 I think I have everyone's name + twitter handle (except Pete). Please review and let me know if I got yours wrong.
I'm hoping this can promote Ottoneu a little. Going to post around 4PM on Monday.
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Thanks for getting that done quickly. All cuts now will receive financial penalties.
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Thank you! Looking forward to competing. Cuts are in!
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Welcome Alex!
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Alex Eisert is the new Speedsters owner. Welcome to the club, Alex. He'll have a few days to make penalty-free cuts, so be on the lookout for his drops when you're doing your auction rankings.
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I think we're only waiting on The Speedsters to make cuts. Get those in within the hour!
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Looks like I'm cutting Moncada, Morton, McCullers, Buehler, Taillon, Civale, and Means among others, all of whom I expecting to cost at least $5 more in auction. Last call.
The Jackson 5 on
January 31, 2023 4:52 PM
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Lovely owners: Make sure you have your cuts in by Tuesday at 11:59 p.m. Anyone cut after that will count as a cap penalty.
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On the flip side, I'm looking to make my 83rd trade this offseason. I you are bummed about releasing a guy and not getting someone in return, drop me a note. Maybe we can work out a trade.
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